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Aging placenta at 31 weeks?

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I am just now today 31 weeks pregnant and when I went to the doctor she said that my placenta is getting old and I have to go to the doctor every week now. Should I be too worried about it? What does it mean?

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I am 29 weeks and just found out that my placenta is aged as well. My Dr. gave me the impression that it meant that the baby may not be getting all the necessary nutrients; and may need to be delivered earlier than we think. He said it could be the reason why my baby is so small (13th percentile for weight right now....). She isn't growing at the rate she should be. So, at this point for me, they have me coming in weekly to monitor my baby girl's growth. He also told me it is no need to worry so long as the baby is staying healthy. Also he said to eat more fatty foods. Oils and lightly salted peanuts;pistacios specifically. Also, I spoke with a few of my friends who had their OB tell them the same thing a few years back and they ended up just having smaller babies and were born about a month before their scheduled due date. hope this helps ease your mind a bit. I am sure everything will be fine for the both of us. =)

I am 32 weeks i just went to the doctor and the doc said my after birth was aging as well. He expects me to have our daughter at the end of June. Every thing on her was normal. I don't thing there is any thing to worry about as long as the baby is healthy. My doctor has me coming in every week as well. I just can't wait too see her. I originally wasn't due till July 27th.Until then i am playing the waiting game. I hope both of you have healthy babies and a safe and very blessed Delivery, =)

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